Take your swimming to the next level with our Launch Into Long Course training sessions. This program is designed to help swimmers transition from short course to long course racing.

Swimmers will train in a long course pool, focusing on pacing, strong technique, and developing the confidence needed to compete successfully during the long course season. Practices will include a mix of stroke work, aerobic sets, race-pace training, and skill development tailored for competitive swimmers.

This is a great opportunity for athletes looking to sharpen their skills and prepare for long course competition in a focused training environment.

Prerequisites:

• Ages 9 and older
• Completed one winter season of competitive swim team
• Proficient in all four strokes

Dates: April 14-May 28, 2026

Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30-6:30pm

Location: Carlisle Family YMCA Aquatic Center

The West Shore YMCA Swim Team will offer a 60-minute evaluation clinic as well as introduction to our team for any new swimmer from the community that may want to join our program in the Fall/Winter 2026-27. At the conclusion of these evaluation clinics, swimmers will receive their practice group placement for the 2025-2026 Competitive Team or be recommended to be part of one of our WSY Pathway Programs.

This evaluation is the first part of year-long competitive swimming pathway designed to slowly move swimmers from the pre-competitive level to the competitive levels. Each class session will be limited to 25 swimmers.

Evaluation Options: 

• Sunday, August 2, 2026 from 12:00-1:00pm
• Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 12:00-1:00pm
• Sunday, August 16, 2026 from 12:00-1:00pm
• Sunday, August 23, 2026 from 12:00-1:00pm

Prerequisites:

• Ability to swim one length of the pool (25 yards) on your stomach with rotary breathing
• Ability to swim one length of the pool (25 yards) on your back in a group setting

Ages: 5-15 years

Location: West Shore YMCA Pool

For more info, contact: Samantha at [email protected]